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QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC

Lead, Software Engineer

secaucus, NJ

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QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC lists this Lead, Software Engineer opportunity in secaucus, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Job Description

Working as a key technical leader, this individual is responsible for providing comprehensive monitoring, maintenance, and support services for existing Kronos time clocks and servers. Additionally, this role acts as the primary technical lead for a large-scale modernization project to implement new Oracle time clocks, replacing the legacy Kronos systems across the business.

Please note this is a hybrid opportunity (3 days in office & 2 days WFH) based out of Secaucus, NJ .

Pay Range:$130,000 - $140,000 / year

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours

Best-in-class well-being programs

Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness

healthyMINDS mental health program

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

6 Holidays plus 1 'MyDay' off

FinFit financial coaching and services

401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service

Employee stock purchase plan

Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option

Flexible Spending Accounts

Annual incentive plans

Matching gifts program

Education assistance through MyQuest for Education

Career advancement opportunities

and so much more!

Responsibilities:

Provide daily monitoring, maintenance, and tier-3 support for existing Kronos time clocks and related server infrastructure.

Lead the end-to-end technical implementation of the Oracle time clock replacement project, transitioning the business away from legacy Kronos hardware

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR, Payroll, IT Networks and Operations) to gather requirements and ensure seamless integration of the new Oracle devices with core systems.

Troubleshoot complex hardware, software, and network connectivity issues related to time collection devices.

Design and execute comprehensive testing plans for the new Oracle time clocks prior to business-wide rollout.

Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including system configurations, operational procedures, and troubleshooting guides.

Function as the subject matter expert (SME) on time collection systems, providing guidance and training to junior staff and helpdesk teams.

Ensure all time and attendance systems adhere to corporate security, data privacy, and compliance standards.

Qualifications:

Education Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field.

Preferred Education:

Project management training (e.g., PMP).

Required Work Experience:

At least 5 years of experience in systems administration, software engineering, or IT support, with a minimum of 3 years directly managing and supporting Kronos time clock hardware and server environments.

Preferred Work Experience:

Experience supporting and maintaining Kronos Timeclocks (Preferred)

Experience in implementing Oracle time collection devices (Desired)

Experience leading hardware replacement projects or implementing Oracle HCM / Oracle Time & Labor integrated hardware.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Strong analytical and independent problem-solving skills. Occasional lifting of hardware components (up to 25 lbs) may be required during testing and deployment.

Knowledge:

Deep understanding of time and attendance system architecture, server management, and network protocols. Knowledge of Kronos application servers and Oracle integrations.

Skills:

Strong technical troubleshooting, hardware and software configuration, project management experience, and cross-functional communication skills.

Work Enviornment:

Standard corporate IT office environment. May require occasional on-site visits to operational facilities during hardware rollouts.

Required Technical Training:

Kronos System Administration / Technical training.

Preferred Technical Training:

Certifications related to Oracle Time & Labor or Oracle HCM Cloud.

Competencies:

Technical troubleshooting, strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, project management, and written/verbal communication.

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

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Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

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secaucus, NJ, 07094, US

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